When pricing residential glass jobs, contractors should consider both material and labor costs to ensure profitability. For labor, the going rate in many areas falls between $60 and $80 per hour depending on the complexity and whether emergency services are required. Materials, specifically the cost of glass, should also be factored in along with any additional fees such as delivery.
A typical approach is to break down the pricing into labor, materials, and your desired profit margin. For example, if glass costs $240 and you estimate 1 hour for labor at $70, the total before markup would be $310. This enables you to adjust your final price based on competitive rates and specific job requirements.
